This one-of-a-kind sculptural fireplace screen is a standout work by Cincinnati artist Ted Gantz, known for blending myth, nature, and architectural forms. A celebration of movement and symbolism, the piece features a hand-forged sea spirit in mid-swim, rendered in bronze and copper. A swirling ribbon and stylized aquatic forms—reminiscent of mermaids, sea serpents, or koi—create a visual current that seems to ripple across the metal mesh backing.
Mounted on a woven brass screen and framed in blackened steel with a twisted bar border, this screen doubles as a functional hearth protector and a sculptural centerpiece. Gantz’s signature mix of organic texture, flowing form, and narrative imagery is on full display, making this both a rare collector’s piece and a conversation-starting addition to any home.
